The general duties for this position will include but not limited to the following:

•  Assist the Accounts Manager in the performance of his duties;
•  Establish and implement a database to track grants and contracts, and establish appropriate tracking and accounting procedures;
•  Assure accuracy and integrity of the grants and contracts database, and keep relevant staff informed of upcoming deadlines and deliverables;
•  Establish financial controls and systems for new grants and contracts;
•  Provide review and oversight for fiscal operations for the grants;
•  Develop system for tracking reporting requirements for the grant;
•  Work with relevant staff to ensure accurate quarterly reconciliations for grant and contract-supported programs, and to ensure that grant objectives are being met;
•  Coordinate periodic and final reporting for the grant; provide support to staff to ensure compliance with reporting timelines, and to ensure that funder narrative and financial reports are complete, timely and accurate;
•  Compile and analyze grant objectives and financial data;
•  Maintain accurate and complete electronic and hard copies of grant and contract files;
•  Compile and submit detailed statistical reports on international students to management;
•  Provide content for appropriate write-up on the MasterCard Foundation grant.

Qualification Required & Experience

Required:

•  Master’s degree or a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting;
•  Professional qualification in Accounting will be an added advantage;
•  Minimum of three (3) years supervisory experience in an accounting role including developing and monitoring budgets and financial reporting; managing balance sheets and income statements, accounts receivable, etc.;
•  Experience with QuickBooks Accounting Software or advanced skills in Excel;
•  Excellent oral communication and presentation skills; demonstrated written communication skills;
•  Excellent accounting skills, ability to work both independently and to collaborate with teams of individuals in diverse settings, with solution-oriented approach;
•  Ability to handle multiple projects and work well under pressure, including working with interruptions and deadlines; ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and produce quality results on schedule with attention to detail;
•  Knowledge and skills in communicating effectively using public relations principles and practices;
•  Excellent interpersonal and people management skills.

Preferred:

•  Experience with foreign non-profit grants management;
•  Ability to work effectively in a diverse environment with students, faculty, staff, donor agencies and other stakeholders.

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified applicants should submit their cover letter, CV and other relevant information as attachments to the Human Resource Manager through;

jobs@ashesi.edu.gh

Closing Date: 14 September, 2012